ANALYST II

California Department of Developmental Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The California Department of Developmental Services is seeking an Analyst II to perform consultative and analytical work in asset management and to serve as the FI$Cal Super User for the department.

The role involves supervising asset maintenance, statewide inventories, audits, reconciliations, and liaising with staff and the Department of General Services to ensure proper approval and disposition of surplus assets.

Responsibilities

• Consultative and analytical assignments in asset management and FI$Cal oversight.
• Maintain communication with staff at various facilities and with DGS to ensure proper approval and disposition of surplus assets.

Job description

Work Location: Sacramento County

Job Description And Duties

The position performs a variety of consultative and analytical assignments in the areas of asset management and serves as the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal), Super User, for the Department of Developmental Services (Department), overseeing the maintenance and management of personal property assets, conducting statewide physical inventories, audit purchased assets, reconciling inventory counts, and maintaining effective communication with staff at all departmental facilities and the Department of General Services (DGS), to ensure proper approval and disposition of surplus assets. In addition, this position supports Business Services functions for the department. The Analyst II independently manages the most complex, technical, and sensitive assignments and requests while demonstrating professionalism, respect, tact, understanding, and excellent customer service.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Work is performed in an open-spaced partitioned office environment. Incumbent sits for extended periods of time while using a computer in meetings, and/or reviewing documents and work papers. Travel may be required to Developmental Centers throughout California, 10 to 15 percent of the time. Overnight stay may be required depending on the location and assignment. May occasionally lift items up to 25 pounds.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-530288

Position #: 472-525-5393-XXX

Working Title: Analyst II

Classification: ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Department of Developmental Services

Department Information

The California Department of Developmental Services (Department) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Department Is Located In a Modern, Sustainable And Innovative Office Building At 1215 “O” Street, Sacramento, California. Some Amenities Of The Building Include:

• First floor retail space (separate access from 12 th Street)
• Café with multiple vendors
• Outdoor seating for meal breaks
• Employee fitness center which includes a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
• Plaza area with kitchenette on each floor
• Lactation rooms

Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Special Requirements

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be numbered in the same order as the following areas, typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the questions or submit an SOQ may not be considered.

• Describe how your fiscal experience prepares you to manage the full lifecycle of assets in FI$Cal, from creation through disposition. Include an example demonstrating your experience with asset setup, fiscal tracking or auditing, correcting asset record errors, retiring assets, and identifying the root cause of erroneous asset entries
• Describe a time you developed or used advanced Excel tools, such as pivot tables, formulas, or complex trackers to support fiscal or Business Services operations. Briefly explain how your analytical work improved accuracy, identified issues, or strengthened a workflow or program.

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position.

The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/29/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and is a narrative discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. SEE “SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS” ABOVE FOR INSTRUCTIONS.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Knowledge of: English grammar and punctuation; Microsoft Office Suite software applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point; office equipment; Business English and correspondence; sound business services policies and procedures, and general knowledge of public administration; Fi$cal systems, State Administrative Manual (SAM)Section 8600; FI$Cal, and Business Services functions.
Ability to: Communicate effectively, learn rapidly; follow directions; analyze data accurately; reason logically and creatively; use a variety of analytical techniques to resolve problems, develop and evaluate alternatives; and work independently. Interact positively with managers and staff at all levels and take extra steps to provide quality services to internal and external customers. Excellent attendance record and history of dependability and reliability. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing priorities. Analyze situations accurately, recognize, and maintain confidential information, review, and edit written reports, and establish and maintain work and project priorities . Identify any special personal characteristics, interpersonal skills and additional qualifications.

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.

Benefit Eligibility May Be Based On Job Classification, Bargaining Unit, Time Base And Length Of Appointment. Additional Benefits May Also Be Outlined For Specific Bargaining Units In Employee Collective Bargaining Contracts. For More Information, Please Visit The Links Below:
State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website
CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact: Alfonso Alejandre

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[e-mail]

EEO Contact

Equal Employment Opportunity Office

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list.

Posession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.

All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further information on the definition of the above may be found on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: www.calhr.ca.gov .

If you have not taken the Analyst II exam/assessment you may find the exam for this classification at the link below. You must take and pass the exam/assessment to obtain eligibility for hire. Click here to gain list eligibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.